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Next Week: State of Science and Innovation

Announcing your 2026 State of Science and Innovation Speakers!

Dr. Nina Johnson - Orlando Health Bayfront

Dr. Cassandra Josephson - Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

Alex Mahadevan - Poynter Institute

Dr. Steve Murawski - USF College of Marine Science

Scott Pickens - Global Resilience Institute

Andy Bennett - SubUAS

This year, you’ll hear exciting ideas on maritime prosperity zones, Johns Hopkins Cancer and Blood Disorders Institute research, SubUAS drone technology, AI in journalism, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to see innovation in action and discover something new about our city.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

USF St Pete and Online (Hybrid)

Register here.

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